Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scratchbuild
verb
/ˈskræʧˌbɪld/
Definition
To create something from raw materials instead of using pre-made parts.
Examples
- The hobbyist decided to scratchbuild a detailed model of a classic car from sheets of plastic.
- After years of building from kits, she was excited to scratchbuild her own design for the first time.
Meaning
Scratchbuilding refers to the process of making models or structures from raw materials rather than from kits or pre-formed components. It is often used in hobbies like model making, where enthusiasts build detailed replicas.
Synonyms
- Build from scratch
- Create
- Construct
